Subscribe to the MGMA Podcast Network (https://mgma-podcasts.transistor.fm/subscribe) wherever you listen to episodes.

MGMA Insights: Navigating the Future of Physician Recruitment with Liz Mahan

Download MP3
In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams welcomes back Liz Mahan, the Director of Professional Development and Solutions at the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR). Mahan dives deep into AAPPR's 2024 Benchmarking Report, exploring the key trends and challenges facing physician and provider recruitment in the coming years. From the ongoing physician shortage to the evolving needs of the next generation of healthcare providers, this episode offers insights and practical strategies for medical practice leaders and MGMA members.

Key Takeaways:
  • The Physician Shortage Persists: Mahan emphasizes that the physician shortage is not going away anytime soon, and organizations need to be proactive in their recruitment and retention efforts.
  • Shifting Priorities for Younger Providers: Newer generations of physicians and providers are seeking more flexibility, work-life balance, and a strong cultural fit, requiring recruiters to adapt their strategies.
  • Importance of Proactive Planning: Mahan stresses the need for organizations to regularly update their medical staff development plans and stay attuned to community needs to ensure they are meeting the evolving demands of their patient populations.
  • Recruitment Professionals Face Challenges: The 2024 Benchmarking Report reveals a 20% turnover rate among recruitment professionals, highlighting the importance of investing in and supporting these critical team members.
  • Branding and Influence are Key: Mahan highlights how successful recruitment in the future will require recruiters to think like marketers and influencers, leveraging their organization's brand and culture to attract the right candidates.
Resources:

Podcast Sponsor Boost Lingo
This episode is brought to you by Boost Lingo, the language services platform behind MGMA Translate, interpreter delays and high agency fees, strain budgets, and staff morale. Boost lingo on demand fixes both tap once and a qualified medical interpreter joins in about 13 seconds. Video or phone on any device. No steep learning curve. It just works. Tap, connect, care. Choose from 14,000 interpreters covering over 300 languages. Fully HIPAA compliant. Your staff will love the ease and your patients will too. Plus MGMA members save 20%. Visit https://boostlingo.com/mgma/ to see it in action today.

Podcast Sponsor MGMA Analytics
Are you making decisions based on gut instinct—or on real data?
With MGMA Analytics, you get the benchmarking and business intelligence tools to drive smarter strategies.
From provider compensation to operational costs, MGMA Analytics gives you access to the most trusted data in the industry.
So whether you’re adjusting staffing, setting salaries, or planning for growth, make your next move with confidence.
Visit MGMA Analytics to learn more.
MGMA Insights: Navigating the Future of Physician Recruitment with Liz Mahan
Broadcast by